Rape suspects make first court appearances

11:30 AM,
Aug. 2, 2013

Jesse Maxson Meaux

Written by

Clarke Morrison

A judge this morning told two Asheville Tourists baseball players charged with raping a woman in their apartment that they could face life in prison without parole..Michael Ryan Mason and Jesse Maxson Meaux made first appearances in Buncombe County District Court.

Judge Calvin Hill agreed with a prosecution request that the defendants be required to remain in Buncombe County pending further court orders. Both men told the judge they have hired attorneys.

Meaux, 23, was released this morning after posting a $100,000 bond, said his attorney, James Minick of Asheville. Meaux declined ...